ĐBP - In the proud and jubilant atmosphere marking the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day (September 2), a corner of Điện Biên has been brought to the capital city of Hà Nội. At the national exhibition of achievements celebrating 80 years of independence (September 2, 1945-2025), the Điện Biên province display embodies the spirit: “Điện Biên - Together we build, together we rise”, honoring the province’s contribution to the country’s journey of defense, construction, and development.

ĐBP - With its cultural, historical, and natural landscape potential, Điện Biên province is channeling resources into the strong development of agricultural and rural tourism, opening the door to fully harnessing a “dual advantage”: generating wealth from agriculture while creating new value through tourism. This approach aims for sustainable development while building unique, attractive destinations for visitors.

ĐBP - Social networks, short videos, and electronic games are increasingly dominating leisure spaces, making reading a less common choice. Yet instead of standing aside, authorities, sectors, and educational institutions have been carrying out various programs and models to promote a culture of reading, inspiring interest and gradually forming reading habits within the community.

ĐBP - The heroic history of Điện Biên province, with its world-renowned victory in the Battle of Điện Biên Phủ, continues to stand tall. Today, this land is donning a new coat, as visitors traverse smooth concrete roads leading through villages, where they can enjoy and experience products crafted by the hands of local people, a unique “specialty” driving the allure of rural agricultural tourism.

ĐBP - As a mountainous, border province where 19 ethnic groups live together, Điện Biên is not only known for its heroic history in the defense and construction of the Fatherland, but also as a treasure house of unique northwestern cultural heritage. In the flow of national development and international integration, Điện Biên identifies cultural development as a core mission within its socio-economic strategy, an enduring spiritual foundation that unleashes endogenous strength to drive renewal, building a green, smart, and sustainable province.

ĐBP - Điện Biên province, a heroic land of history, is not only renowned for the resounding victory that “shook the world” but is also a place where a rich and colorful treasure of culture converges and interweaves.

ĐBP - The cultural sector of Điện Biên traces its origin to the Lai Châu provincial Information and Culture Department, founded on August 22, 1963. Over sixty-two years, through numerous changes in structure and name, from the Information Department to the Department of Culture and Information, and now to the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism, the sector has remained steadfast in its mission of preserving and promoting the cultural identity of ethnic communities in service of the nation’s construction and defense.

ĐBP - Home to 19 ethnic groups, including 18 ethnic minorities with distinctive traditions ranging from customs, rituals, and attire to housing architecture, Điện Biên possesses a rich cultural heritage.

ĐBP - Located at an altitude of 1,260m above sea level, the Pú Vạp relic site lies about 10km west of the center of Mường Lay ward, Điện Biên province. Although known for its year-round cool climate, picturesque scenery, and especially its rich historical and cultural values, in recent years Pú Vạp has seemed to “fall asleep” in the forest, little known to visitors.

ĐBP - From a land rich in historical traditions and unique cultural identity, Điện Biên province is gradually “awakening” the potential of its cultural industry, transforming heritage into assets and creating new momentum for socio-economic development. Though the journey ahead still holds many challenges, the initial results confirm a promising and well-chosen path.

ĐBP - In Điện Biên province, each of 19 ethnic minority groups contributes to a vibrant cultural mosaic in Điện Biên province. Amid the current of integration, traditional values are cherished and passed down through generations, embodied in many concrete actions.

ĐBP - The 2025 Northwestern Essence - Điện Biên Festival will take place over three days (September 19-21, 2025). This regional event aims to strengthen tourism cooperation between the extended Northwestern provinces and Hồ Chí Minh City, while also tapping into the tourism potential and advantages of the localities.

ĐBP - On the morning of August 16, nearly 20,000 officials, civil servants, public employees, armed forces personnel, youth union members, students, and local residents in Điện Biên province took part in the walking program “Step forward with Vietnam,” in response to the message “One Billion Steps into a New Era.”

ĐBP - The 2025 Northwestern Essence - Điện Biên Festival is a collaborative tourism development event between the expanded Northwestern provinces and Hồ Chí Minh City.

ĐBP - At the end of August, a delegation of staff, teachers, and students from Điện Biên provincial Ethnic Boarding High School will depart to participate in a summer camp and cultural exchange program in Saint Petersburg, Russia. This is not only a meaningful foreign exchange activity between the two localities but also a valuable opportunity for highland students of Điện Biên to engage in international exchange, introduce their ethnic cultural identity, and spread the spirit of integration to friends around the world.

ĐBP - Once known primarily for its heroic historical landmarks, Điện Biên is now donning a fresh, vibrant image with the emergence of agritourism models. Lush grape gardens and immersive “farmer for a day” experiences are opening up a promising new path for the province’s tourism industry.

ĐBP - Nestled at the foot of a mountain facing the majestic Đà River, Huổi Lóng is a highland hamlet in Tủa Thàng commune, Điện Biên province, known for its breathtaking natural scenery and rich cultural heritage of the Dao ethnic group. For travelers who enjoy exploration and cultural immersion, Huổi Lóng is a must-visit destination on any journey through the Northwestern region.

ĐBP - In celebration of the 76th anniversary of the traditional day of the Điện Biên provincial Armed Forces (July 12, 1949 - 2025), all officers and soldiers of the provincial armed forces are actively competing to achieve outstanding results in fulfilling local defense and military duties, aiming to build a comprehensive and solid defensive area.

ĐBP - Football is a sport with strong appeal, connecting communities and igniting dreams in many young people and teenagers. However, in our province, there is a severe shortage of standard football training grounds. This is one of the factors hindering the development of grassroots sports in local areas across the province.

ĐBP - In the context of transitioning toward a green and sustainable economic model, agricultural and rural tourism is becoming a promising trend that offers diverse and long-term benefits.